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We strive to make the process of estate planning and estate administration as simple and straightforward as possible. At American Wills and Estates we speak to our clients in plain English, and we are sensitive to the fact that many of our clients are still grieving the loss of a loved one. Our number one goal is to put our clients at ease and to reassure them with competency and compassion in their times of need.

Hiring an estate attorney can be intimidating, especially when you’re already dealing with the emotional and difficult circumstance of having just lost a loved one. It can become all the more intimidating when you have absolutely no idea how much the whole estate administration process is going to cost. You can take a... Read More

The terms “Probate” and “Probate Estate Administration” are often used synonymously. The formal process by which an Executor or Administrator is appointed by the Register of Wills or other named local county office to oversee the administration of an estate for a person who has died (a Decedent), is called Probate... Read More

People make many different mistakes when it comes to estate planning, but one of the one's that we see all too often in our practice is the messy estate. What do we mean by a messy estate? Well, pretty much exactly what it sounds like. Namely, an estate where the deceased person made no effort while they were living to organize or streamline in any way their assets and... Read More

Not many people realize this, but Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, has the second most elderly population base of anywhere in the country second only to Dade County, Florida. Because we have so many senior citizens living here, it's extremely important to share information with them and their families that can help make their golden years happier, safer and, all around,... Read More

Being named the Executor of a loved one’s estate is certainly an honor, but it’s also a job and a lot of hard work and responsibility. If you find yourself about to enter into this role and are not sure where to turn for experienced, trusted and, most importantly, affordable legal advice, give us a call today at (412) 381-7370 to schedule your free legal consultation or... Read More

If you're the Executor or Administrator of a loved one's estate and are just not sure where to turn for trusted, affordable legal assistance, we can help. American Wills & Estates in a locally founded, owned and operated law firm that has been guiding clients in Pittsburgh and throughout Western Pennsylvania through the probate estate administration process with... Read More

Boy oh boy, every time I hear someone say "I don't need any estate planning, that's just for rich people", it makes me roll my eyes up in my head. Here's an article from Forbes Magazine that should be a real eye opener for all of you procrastinators out there. Estate planning is not just for old, rich people. In fact, one of the most important roles it can play is to... Read More

In the day and age of Google and the world seemingly being at our fingertips, I'm seeing more and people take on tasks that they are eminently unqualified to take on. Remember, you're not a car mechanic merely because you watched an engine repair video online. This same concept holds true when it comes to putting together an effective estate plan that will best address... Read More

So what the heck does probate even mean? Not surprisingly, most people have no idea what the probate estate administration process entails until they find themselves unwittingly dragged into. Unfortunately, this process typically coincides with the death of a loved one. So not only are you dealing with a sad and emotionally charged situation to start with, but you now... Read More

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Learn how we can help you with Probate Estate Administration, Estate Planning, and help you to be a more effective and competent Estate Executor and Administrator. Contact American Wills & Estates today for a free consultation at 412-381-7370 or by using our online inquiry form. We're Pittsburgh's #1 Choice for Probate Estate Administration & Estate Planning Law!